Goal Area: Highly Qualified Staff
Attract, retain and support a diverse, highly qualified staff by providing competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities while fostering a culture of well-being and excellence.
1. Compensation, Benefits and Financial Well-Being
- Enhance Compensation and Benefits Awareness:
Conduct a comparative analysis of salary and benefits against similar districts to target competitiveness and share findings with staff. - Review of Leave Policies:
Conduct a comprehensive review of employee leave policies to ensure they align with the evolving needs of staff.
2. Employee Voice and Advocacy
- Strengthen Employee Voice and Engagement:
Promote opportunities for staff to provide feedback through community engagement and committee meetings to inform decision-making and ensure transparency. - Advocate for Sustainable Funding and Resources:
Engage in community education and advocacy around school funding (federal, state and local resources) to support competitive salary and benefit enhancements.
3. Employee Wellness and Support
- Ensure Wellness and Mental Health Programs:
Optimize wellness initiatives, including health fairs, mental health resources and proactive education on available benefits. - Provide Concise and Timely Communication and Awareness of Benefits:
Provide ongoing education on employee benefits, wellness programs and cost-saving options to ensure staff maximize their available resources. - Optimize Use of District Wellness and Benefits Funds:
Assess the efficacy of wellness programs and incentives in order to reallocate resources as needed to maximize impact.
4. Recruitment, Retention and Workforce Development
- Improve Recruitment Strategies for Certified Staff:
Invest in targeted recruitment and retention efforts that attract and support a staff with a variety of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives, ensuring a workforce that reflects and meets the needs of the district’s students and community. - Improve Recruitment Strategies for Support Staff:
Invest in targeted recruitment efforts while strengthening internal programs to develop and support growth within the district. Cultivate a skilled and diverse support staff that mirrors the district’s students and community and contributes meaningfully to a positive, inclusive learning environment. - Develop Long-Term Retention and Workforce Planning:
Implement data-driven workforce planning to anticipate staffing needs and maintain a strong, diverse talent pipeline.
5. Professional Growth and Career Pathways
- Strengthen Support for New and Veteran Educators:
Develop mentorship and grow-your-own programs for new educators while creating meaningful career growth and leadership opportunities for veteran staff. - Cultivate a Culture of Growth and Support for All Staff:
Provide ongoing, high-quality professional learning.